December 23, 1983: Just days before Christmas, the Oliverio family readies their Feast of the Seven Fishes, an Italian tradition stretching back to the old country of Calabria.
Amidst the preparations, Tony Oliverio, a young man with big dreams and a bigger heart, wonders if heâll find love this Christmas season or spend it alone with his loud and loving family â Great Grandma Nonnie, Grandpa Johnny, Great Uncles Frankie and Carmine, his parents, his brother, and a host of friends.
When Sarah, the girlfriend of his best friend Angelo, introduces Tony to Beth, it looks like Tonyâs holiday experience might take a turn for the better. That is unless Nonnie thinks Beth isnât good enough for her great-grandson, and Bethâs Ivy League suitor doesnât steal her heart first. Come on inside, where itâs warm, and the smells of cooking fish permeate the air, and letâs have a visit.
